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Critic: Reputation of United Church Tarnished by Israel Boycotts

Jewish leaders: Anti-Israel minority that seeks to boycott, demonize Jewish state is tarnishing reputation of the United Church of Canada.

'I Love Jews But Hate Israel' T-Shirt Sparks Controversy

CafePress removed offensive "I love Jews But Hate Israel" T-shirt from site; Hamas merchandise, "Israel Kills" products still available.

Video: Students Walk Out of Lecture by Israeli Ambassador

Anti-Israel students at George Washington U. walked out of lecture by Israeli Amb. to U.S. Michael Oren, protesting envoy's visit to campus.

Steinitz: Israel Should Adopt Presidential System

FM Yuval Steinitz responded to calls for new elections saying Israel should take the dramatic step of adopting presidential governance

IDF Conducts 'Lebanon Attack' Drill

IDF forces deployed at the construction site of the wall Israel is building on the Blue Line to test its response to a possible attack there

Israeli Participation in Upcoming NATO Summit?

The American Jewish Committee has called on the US to get Turkey's veto lifted on Israel's participation in an upcoming NATO Summit.

Channel 10 Runs 'Disney World Abduction' Hoax

Channel 10 suspends reporter after running a well-known urban legend about the near abduction of a 9-year old Israeli girl at Disney World

Report: 63 Egyptians for 1 Israeli National

Jerusalem is set to swap 63 Egyptian prisoners for Israeli Odeh Tarabin, who has been imprisoned in Egypt since 2000 for espionage

Iran Optimistic as Obama Capitulates

Tehran's envoy to the IAEA is upbeat ahead of nuclear talks after learning the United States is unlikely to oppose continued enrichment

Turkey to Block EU From NATO Summit Unless OIC Attends

Turkey said it will block EU participation in NATO summit unless the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is allowed to participate

Israel Building Security Wall Along Lebanese Border

The wall is intended to protect the city of Metulla from sniper fire coming from the Lebanese border town of Kfar Kila.

US Lawmakers Want Rights to Iron Dome Technology

Lawmakers in House have agreed to invest millions of dollars in Iron Dome for Israel, as long as the US acquires rights to weapon system.

Iran: F-22s in UAE are US-Israeli Plot

Iranian lawmaker: Basing of America’s most sophisticated stealth jet fighters in the UAE is U.S.-Israel plot to create regional instability.

Chinese Premier Visits Auschwitz, Commemorates Six Million

The Chinese Premier placed a floral wreath in China's national colors at the foot of the "wall of death,” to commemorate the six million.

For Sale Online: 'I Love Jews But Hate Israel' T-Shirts

Simon Wiesenthal Center is urging CafePress to remove T-shirts imprinted with slogan “I Love Jews But Hate Israel” from its site.

J Street: In Event of War We Won't Necessarily Support Israel

J Street said that in the event that war broke out involving Israel, it would not necessarily support the Jewish state.

New York Times Ad Slams BDS

An ad placed in the New York Times on Wednesday accused BDS supporters of contributing to anti-Semitism worldwide.

Peres Reminds Israel's Enemies of 64 Years of Defeat

President Shimon Peres warned Israel's enemies that previous wars they launched against the Jewish state made Israel stronger

Clinton: Israel a Beacon of Hope

US secretary of state Hillary Clinton sent Israel her compliments and well wishes as the Jewish state turns 64.

Israel Celebrates 64th Birthday

Remembrance Day for the Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terror has ended, and Independence Day has begun.

Egyptian Soldiers Kill Israel-Bound Illegal Immigrant

Egyptian soldiers shot dead an African woman seeking to illegally immigrate to Israel who failed to heed warning shots; arrest three others

Rabbi Druckman's Conversions Upheld

The Supreme Court has ruled that state will accept all conversions by Rabbi Haim Druckman and the special conversion courts in Israel

Israeli Film Wins at Buenos Aires Film Festival

Israeli drama “Policeman” topped the international competition at the Buenos Aires Independent Film Festival.

Israel Approaches 8 Million at 64

As Israel prepares to celebrate its 64th year, the population stands at almost 8 million – an almost tenfold rise from 806,000 in 1948.

Rivlin: Even Today They Seek Our Destruction

Knesset speaker Reuven Rivlin opened Memorial Day saying Israel must summon the 'courage of faith' of its fallen soldiers to survive

Memorial Day: Israel's Flag at Half Staff

PM Binyamin Netanyahu attended a flag-lowering ceremony in Jerusalem, saying 'it cuts your life in two' when a family member dies in war

Memorial Day: Israel Prepares to Remember

Natalie Leiba, sister of late Lt. Col. Yehuda Ben Shabbat, told Arutz Sheva that Memorial Day is when memories well up, and loss pervades

Obama Wishes Israel Happy Birthday

President Barack Obama extended the well-wishes of the American people to President Shimon Peres on the eve of Memorial & Independence Day.

Gas Cutoff Believed to Impair Egypt More than Israel

Egyptian cutoff of gas supply will have little effect on Israel, says Citi Capital Markets.

Egypt Offers Gas – At Higher Rates

An Egyptian minister said Cairo would be happy to sell Israel gas again, if Jerusalem agreed to a rate hike.

Lieberman: Media Writing Science Fiction

FM Avigdor Lieberman: the media has 'a very rich imagination' about a potential Israeli strike on Iran; Israel not using Azeri airbases.

Qureia: Peace Process 'A Waste of Time'

Former PA prime minister Ahmed Queria says Israel must capitulate to PA demands or be faced with a 'multiethnic' one-state solution

Netanyahu: Egypt Gas Dispute Just 'Business'

Cairo officials claim the cancellation of their gas contract with Israel is purely business despite months of popular pressure to do so

Israel 'Feeds the Future' in Africa

MASHAV and USAID signed a memorandum of understanding to increase cooperation on food security to Africa.

Lieberman Travels to Azerbaijan Amid Diplomatic Speculation

FM Lieberman arrives in Azerbaijan, meets senior officials; visit comes amid reports that Mossad has been operating in the country.

'Mega Mission to Israel' Affirms Jewish Identity

Hundreds of people will travel to Israel on "Mega Mission Israel 2012,” the largest Jewish Federation mission to Israel in over a decade.

Israeli Volunteers Provide Free Surgery to Thousands in Ethiopia

The Israeli volunteer organization Eye from Zion is providing free cataract surgery to thousands of people in Ethiopia.

Israeli Music Band Performs in Germany on Holocaust Memorial Day

Israeli music band Balkan Beat Box announced it is going to proceed as scheduled, performing in Munich on eve of Holocaust Memorial Day.

Israeli Cabinet Increases Budget for Holocaust Survivors

The government announced plans to increase the services available to Holocaust survivors, setting budget at NIS 225 for 2012.

Iran Arrests 15 for Links with Israeli 'Assassination Group'

Iran's intelligence ministry announced that it arrested more than 15 Iranian suspects belonging to Israeli-linked "assassination" network.

Shin Bet Foils Another Hamas Kidnapping Plot

Imprisoned Hamas terrorist was revealed to be plotting and instructing the kidnapping of Israeli soldiers.

Memorial Day: Eva Sandler Coming to Israel

The widow and mother of three of the Otzar HaTorah massacre victims will be the Jewish Agency's guest of honor on Memorial Day.

Tourism Hits All-Time High

The Central Bureau of Statistics reported that there were 752,000 tourist entries during the first quarter of 2012, another all-time high.

Bethlehem Governor Bans Israeli Imports

The governor of Bethlehem signed an order, on Sunday, banning the entry of Israeli agricultural products into the city.

Jordanian TV: 'Shatter Might of Israel,' Conquer Jerusalem

Jordanian cleric declares that the Arabs will conquer Jerusalem and “shatter the might of Israel,” MEMRI exposed.

New Film Documenting Triumph of State of Israel

A new documentary, hosted by former Harvard lecturer Dr. Tal Ben Shahar, examines the accomplishments, fortitude of modern state of Israel.

Gantz: Israel Must Protect Jews Around the World

IDF Chief of Staff: Israel must not only protect its own borders and citizens, but must also protect Jews around the world.

Hatzalah to Help Accident Victims in India

The Jewish United Hatzalah organization is hoping to replicate its emergency services in India, provide medical treatment to thousands.

'Flytilla' Activists Receive 'Welcome' Letter from Israel

The Israeli government has issued an official “welcome” letter to the pro-‘Palestinian’ “flytilla” activists.

Vandals Destroy Pro-Israel Billboard

Vandals destroyed a pro-Israel billboard sponsored by Christians United for Israel (CUFI) outside of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Bibi Wants Face-to-Face Meeting With Abbas

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is expected to ask for direct talks with PA chairman Mahmoud Abbas when receiving his letter next week.

Secret Israeli-Finnish Nuclear Talks

A senior Finnish diplomat reportedly visited to discuss whether Israel would attend an NPT conference on the Middle East in Helsinki.

‘Flytilla’ Activists Planning to Defy Israeli Ban

French activists say they will seek to violate Israel's sovereign right to control its borders despite Israeli promises to bar entry

Lebanese Navy Aiding IDF

According to IDF naval officials, their counterparts in Beirut are aiding in turning ships away from Israel's waters.

Boycott Lobby Warns S. Africa on ‘Made in Israel’ Label

A South African boycott lobby has accused the government of violating the law by allowing “Made in Israel” on Ahava cosmetics.

New Version of 'Four Questions' Celebrates... Obama

The National Jewish Democratic Council has published a new version of the 'Four Questions,' praising achievements of Obama.

PA Protests Settlements at Security Council

PA envoy the the United Nations Riyad Mansour has filed a complaint about Israel's 'settlement constuction' ahead of a Quartet meeting.

Iran Claims Arrests of Israel Linked Terrorists

Officials in Iran claim they have uncovered a terrorist group linked to Israel and arrested several members.

Sinai Pipeline Attack #14

Attacking the Sinai gas pipeline is now a much-loved custom among local terrorists; attack tally for the past year is 14.

Iconic Reporter, Mike Wallace, Leaves Contentious Legacy

CBS News icon and “60 Minutes” reporter, Mike Wallace, died last night, at the age of 93, at a care facility in New Haven, Connecticut.